Beautiful like Venice, smart like Bologna - what city and where do they say so? Such sayings circulate in the Veneto region (Veneto), and refer to Padua, picturesquely situated on the Bacchiglione River, in the Po plain, in north-eastern Italy. Thanks to its location, Padua is a great starting point for exploring the attractions of the region. Famous Venice, the city of gondolas, is 40 km away, so you can easily go on a day trip to the capital of Veneto . But Padua itself is unlikely to bore anyone. It is an old center (founded in the 4th century BC), during its long history it has experienced severe damage several times, being an independent republic, attacks by the French and Austrians, and finally joining the Kingdom of Italy. Many traces of a turbulent past remain in it. The patron saint of the city is St. Justyna, the most eminent virgin of Padua. A chapel was built on her grave, and then a church. In the 16th century, as a result of an earthquake, the temple was completely destroyed. In the following years, the monumental building Basilica di Santa Giustina , which is today a symbol of Padua, was erected on the ruins.

A trip to Padua

A real tourist pearl in the northern part of Germany is the magnificent region with meadows, forests and peat bogs. This is called The Lüneburger Heide (Lüneburger Heide), an area stretching between Hanover, Bremen and Hamburg, ending in the east with the Elbe line. It is crossed by numerous streams and rivers (including Ilmenau, Aller and Leine) with dozens of picturesque old mills. There are also lakes and other water reservoirs in the region, but the greatest fame of the Lüneburg Heath is caused by the moors.

The land of &quot;living lawn mowers&quot;

Łeba is a very picturesque town on the Baltic Sea. It owes its popularity to the remarkable location between the Łebsko and Sarbsko Lakes, at the mouth of the Łeba River to the Baltic Sea. Additionally, the town is surrounded on each side by the forests of the Słowiński National Park and the Spit Sarbska Reserve. This location gives Łeba a specific microclimate and is considered one of the cleanest coastal cities. Łeba is a town with a long history. The first notes about the settlement come from 1282, and in 1357 Łeba received city rights. Currently, it is a well-known and popular tourist center, which has a modern and extensive hotel and catering base . In 1998, Łeba proclaimed itself a principality , thanks to which it has its prince, a passport and a coin.

Łeba - a tourist pearl at the Polish seaside

The Naples area is one of the most visited places in Italy by tourists. Mount Vesuvius and the perfectly preserved Pompeii are just a substitute for attractions waiting for vacationers who are thirsty for experience. It is also a land of grapevines, olives and apricots. The term "Happy Country", as this is the Latin name of this region (Campania felix), perfectly reflects the prevailing moods there. About 100 km south of Naples (one hour by train), in the province of Salerno on the Tyrrhenian Sea, is the town of Agropoli. It is a great idea for a holiday in Italy for people who value a quiet holiday, and for them the holiday means complete de-stressing. Agropoli has the atmosphere of a place where people enjoy life. It is a quiet town full of kind people, where the sea is so incredibly blue that at first it is difficult for the eyes to get used to it. He will fall in love with everyone who puts a foot in it. Crossed by a network of winding streets, it will attract and charm the visitor with the atmosphere of relaxation and lack of rush. There are cozy restaurants waiting for tourists, serving, among others, delicious pizzas and delicious wine. Agropoli comes to life in the evening hours, but the buzz of conversations and games lasts until the morning. After dark, pizzerias, restaurants and supermarkets reopen.

Vacation in a happy country

Crystal clear sea, beautiful sandy beaches, jagged cliffs, lots of small islands, and among them friendly people smiling to everyone - this is a phenomenon of Sardinia, delighting everyone who visits this wonderful island. It is located 240 km from the mainland, and every year thousands of tourists choose it as their holiday destination. It is famous not only for wonderful landscapes and weather, but also tempts with delicious, healthy cuisine and excellent wine. This is the land of centenarians - Sardinia is known for the fact that its inhabitants are resistant to depression and live to a ripe old age. Isn't that the perfect vacation spot?.

Little Barcelona

Lower Austria is a land of castles, monasteries, vineyards and delicious cuisine. It covers a quarter of the entire country and is visited by thousands of tourists from all over the world every year. A great option to admire its landscapes is to travel on the Danube ferry. In turn, on land you can get to know its flavors in one of the hundreds of restaurants along the Danube, enjoy the regional wine and views. And there is a lot to see. Forests and steppes, alpine meadows and lakes, valleys and mountainous landscapes - nowhere else in Europe in such a small area will we find such harmonious and yet so different landscapes. In the midst of all these contrasts lies Sankt Pölten, the capital of the federal state of Lower Austria.

Trip to Sankt Pölten

The Tuscan coast is over 320 km long. Its northern section is Versilia - it consists of long, sandy beaches. The other part of the Ligurian Sea is occupied by the Etruscan Riviera. This place is located between three towns - Livorno, Cecina and Piombino. This stretch of coast is characterized by charming coves, volcanic rocks and archaeological sites that remember the Etruscan times. The Riviera degli Etruschi, or Etruscan Riviera, is famous for its natural wealth and numerous architectural remains. The so-called The Wine Route that starts in Rosignano Marittimo and ends in Piombino. This part of Tuscany is famous for its local wines (eg Cabernet Sassicaia, Ornellaia), pebble beaches and numerous bicycle routes. When traveling through this area of Italy, spend some time exploring the picturesque coastal towns of Livorno, Cecina and Piombino.

Etruscan Riviera - an amazing corner of Tuscany

Heavenly beaches, ever-white mountain peaks, green hills and lavender fields - all of this can be found in one place, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. It is a beautiful area located in south-eastern France, right on the border with Italy. Every year, artists from all over the world come here, looking for inspiration among the towns lying on the hills, lavender fields and rocks burnt by the southern sun. It is also a mecca for tourists heading to the Cote d'Azur, vacationers tempted by sunbathing with a view of the Alps. These are not all the advantages of the region, as just an hour from the sea there is a unique, green place.

Maritime Alps

The land of eternal ice, the Kitzsteinhorn glacier (3029 m), is the perfect place for anyone who wants to enjoy the view of over thirty alpine peaks. From autumn to summer, it is a skier's paradise. Over 130 kilometers of ski slopes with all levels of difficulty, more than 50 lifts make this place a Mecca for winter sports fans. The crystal clear waters of Lake Zeller See, one of the cleanest in Europe, offer not only the possibility of swimming, but also a whole range of water sports - from canoeing to surfing. Ice and water are just a fraction of what Zell am See-Kaprun has to offer, arguably Austria's most diverse natural region.

The land of crystal water

Homeland of Valpolicella wine and Padono cheese, a mainstay of separatists (according to an unofficial online vote in 2014, 89% of residents opt for disconnecting from the country) - what region are such opinions circulating about? About Veneto, located in northeastern Italy, famous for the cultivation of fruit, vines and wheat. It is home to the largest Italian tourist centers, with Venice at the forefront. Beautiful beaches and extensive tourist infrastructure have been tempting millions of tourists from all corners of the globe for years. Every town here has its own history. It would be difficult to see them all in one holiday, but it is certainly worth seeing what "little Venice on land" has to show - Portogruaro.

Little Venice on land

Istria is a picturesque Croatian peninsula which, due to its unusual location, climate and landscape, is also known as a green oasis or Green Tuscany. This peninsula is very popular and frequented by tourists from all over the world. They are attracted there not only by sunny weather, but also by the taste of truffles, the view of olive groves and vineyards, and historic towns such as Rovinj and Pula. Istria is the northernmost peninsula of Croatia, and at the same time it is also the largest - its area is 3,160 km. The peninsula is divided into White Istria (very rocky and rocky), Green Istria (numerous vineyards, olive groves) and Red Istria (characteristic rusty-red soil). On the peninsula you will find rocky and gravel beaches with a gentle descent to the sea . One of the most famous naturist beaches is also located in Istria. The peninsula is appreciated for its mild Mediterranean climate, but it's also worth visiting its picturesque and historic towns.

Istria - Croatian Green Tuscany

It is not without reason that it is in the forefront of the rankings for the best Polish seaside resort. It is not only beautiful. It tempts with air saturated with iodine and the aroma of pine forests, picturesque landscapes inviting you to long walks, guarded bathing areas, romantic beaches, fresh fish that can be bought straight from the boat, a rich offer of cultural events, an even richer offer of sports activities, proximity to the resting and feeding area migrating along the coast, including such rare species as ohar and lemon wagtail ... Long to list all the advantages of the resort. What locality are we talking about? About Jastarnia.

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A trip to Padua